Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (MCT)
The question

Is Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (MCT) safe in moisturizer?

ClearedMoisturizer

An emollient derived from coconut or palm oil containing medium-chain (C8–C10) fatty acids. Lightweight, non-comedogenic, and exceptionally stable. Extensive toxicology reviews confirm safety at all tested concentrations with no carcinogenic or mutagenic potential.

What the research flags

  • Rare contact sensitivity in individuals with coconut allergies (uncommon)

Other moisturizer ingredients on file

Sources & references

  1. [1]
    DatabaseIngredient database — 701056-CAPRYLICCAPRIC_TRIGLYCERIDE
  2. [2]
    Peer-reviewedPubMed / NCBI — pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov · ref 10685018
  3. [3]
    DatabaseIngredient database

Research disclaimer: Ratings reflect peer-reviewed research and regulatory assessments available at the time of publication, not the dose or formulation of any specific moisturizer product. This is not medical advice.